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Retexturizing Services

Pravana Smoothing Treatment

Q. What is the Pravana Smoothout Treatment?

A. Perfection SmoothOut is a new patent-pending innovation that instantly and safely transforms coarse, frizzy, hair to smooth and superbly shiny with results lasting 8-12 weeks. Perfection SmoothOut employs a proprietary nano-amino acid complex that virtually alters the internal textural memory of the hair fiber to transform it to a smoother, frizz-free state.

Q. What kind of hair can the Pravana Smoothout Treatment be used on?

A. Perfection can be used on all hair types and conditions including African-American and other ethnic-type hair. Perfection will reduce curl significantly with the initial service. However, in most cases, a second application will be necessary to eliminate the remaining curl

Q. How will the hair look after receiving the Pravana Smoothout Treatment?

A. The treatment removes majority of the frizz so what is left is hair that is shiny, full of volume, and effortlessly manageable. You will still have the option to wear it curly/wavy (depending on your hair type), and the freedom to blow dry it smooth and straight in a fraction of the time invested as blow-dry time is reduced about 50%

Q. Will the Pravana Smoothout Treatment make the hair completely straight?

A. Pravana Smoothout does NOT make your hair perfectly straight. It reduces frizz and allows you to dry and style your hair more quickly than before. You can have volume, texture or a sleek look without the frizz

Q. Will the Pravana Smoothout Treatment make hair lose volume?

A. No. The hair will maintain its natural volume and still retain great bend and memory when using a blow-dryer or curling iron.

Q. How long does the Pravana Smoothout Treatment last?

A. The treatment initially lasts 8-12 weeks, however with each subsequent regular treatment during it’s life-cycle; the effects are cumulative thus making the treatment last longer. However, in order for these effects to be achieved proper care is required. We highly recommend using Pravana’s Sulfate-Free Salt-Free Perfection Smoothing Shampoo and Conditioner after the treatment. While there are other sulfate-free shampoos on the market, we cannot endorse them because we do not know if they are salt-free. Also, Pravana’s Perfection Smoothing Shampoo and Conditioner contain smoothing agents to help extend the life of the service. Regular hair care products with these chemicals significantly reduce the life-cycle of the treatment. Other factors that affect the life-cycle include: how frequently the hair is shampooed; perspiring heavily; and swimming. It is strongly recommended the hair is at least rinsed well after these activities. The type of water used on the hair also affects the treatment lifecycle. Well water and salt systems leave deposits on the hair that can strip it. If possible, a filter is recommended.

Q. After having the Pravana Smoothout Treatment, how long must I wait to shampoo my hair?

A. We recommend 12-48 hours before shampooing, however the hair may be water rinsed and restyled if necessary.

Q. Can the Pravana Smoothout Treatment be used on chemically or color treated hair?

A. Perfection Smoothout is so gentle to the hair it can be performed safely over hair previously treated with color or a thio, keratin/formaldehyde, sodium or calcium hydroxide relaxer or smoother.

Q. Can the hair be colored or highlighted before or after the Pravana Smoothout Treatment?

A. The treatment can be applied right after a chemical, color, and/or highlight application, but you do run the risk of color loss. However, there is no problem coloring the hair after the treatment has been applied. You can even do it in the same visit!

Q. What are some of the pros of getting Perfection SmoothOut done instead of a Keratin or Brazilian treatment?

A. There is absolutely NO formaldehyde or formaldehyde substitutes. You can color & shampoo your hair the same day, but recommended to shampoo the following day. Cost starts at half the price as the other services. You can wear your hair up right after service